South African sensation Tyla has made history by surpassing Beyoncé on Spotify as the most-streamed black female artist in 2024.
Tyla solidifies her status as global pop star
Her self-titled debut album, Tyla, has racked up an incredible 1.565 billion streams, narrowly edging out Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter, which sits at 1.564 billion streams.
This monumental achievement puts Tyla in a league of her own, solidifying her place as a global powerhouse.
The 21-year-old singer has taken the world by storm with her signature blend of Amapiano, R&B, and pop sounds.
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Tracks like Water and Breathe Me have captured audiences worldwide, helping Tyla achieve record-breaking success since its release in May 2024.
Queen Bey isn’t exactly dethroned. Cowboy Carter, released in March, is no small feat.
The album, featuring collaborations with legends like Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson, smashed records earlier this year, becoming the fastest Beyoncé album to hit 1 billion Spotify streams.
But for Tyla, about more than numbers. It’s a celebration of African music on the global stage.
Tyla’s achievement is part of a larger movement. African artists are reshaping the global music scene, and Tyla is the latest proof that the world is listening.
Her sound—a vibrant blend of local and global influences—has given her an edge that resonates across borders.
She now joins an elite group of African artists who’ve broken into international markets, setting new standards for what’s possible.
Beyoncé fans may need some time to process this one, but it’s all love in the end.
The fact that Tyla is even in this conversation alongside a music legend says everything about how far she’s come—and where she’s headed next.
